MetLife Stadium Travel Guide

Quick answers for visiting fans

Where is MetLife Stadium?

East Rutherford, NJ

How do I get there?

Take NJ Transit to Secaucus Junction, then transfer to Meadowlands rail service for your event. Check the timetable and allow for transfers and queues.; Check current event bus service; do not assume every game has the same routes; Use event-designated rideshare zones and allow for postgame demand

Where can visiting fans stay?

Research candidate: The Standard High Line — current property identity/location and game-day journey not rechecked; confirm directly before booking.; Research candidate: Westin New York Grand Central — current property identity/location and game-day journey not rechecked; confirm directly before booking.; Research candidate: Meadowlands Hotels — current property identity/location and game-day journey not rechecked; confirm directly before booking.

What should I know before entering?

Current NFL bag allowances are not confirmed here. Read your team's current game-day carry-in policy, including small-bag and accommodation instructions, before bringing any bag. Parking: Current event price not verified — check the official lot/pass listing; no fixed rate is promised.

Capacity: 82,500

Surface: Current NFL-season surface/product not confirmed; check the venue's current specifications

Roof: Open Air

Tailgate planning: Use only event-authorized tailgating areas. Lot opening times and permit requirements have not been confirmed here; check the current event parking map.; Agree on a meeting point and follow the operator's rules; a park or restaurant recommendation is not permission to tailgate.; For a separate pregame meal or activity, confirm business hours, reservations and the actual stadium route.

Fan tips and editorial suggestions: NJ Transit train is mandatory — driving and parking is an expensive nightmare; Giants and Jets share the stadium — double-check which team is hosting; Plan the entire Manhattan journey via Secaucus Junction, including station access, transfers and queues; The stadium has good sightlines from virtually every seat

Weather planning: Weather planning, not a forecast: check the local forecast and National Weather Service heat, lightning and cold alerts close to travel. Plan suitable clothing and safe shelter for the journey and queues. A roof does not guarantee safe conditions outside or a particular roof status.

Parking planning: Confirm current event lot access, opening and closing times, pass requirements, accessibility arrangements and road closures with the venue. Plan for traffic and postgame queues; no fixed cost, duration or fastest mode is promised.